Aircraft Data

The Boeing 747 often referred to by the nickname "Jumbo Jet" is among the world's most recognizable and most successful commercial aircraft used by many of the worlds leading airlines primarily for long haul international routes

The 747-200 has more powerful engines, higher takeoff weights and longer range than the 100 version. It went into commercial service in 1971. Many of the remaining operational aircraft have now been converted to cargo operations.